Addlethorpe

Civil Parish in Lincolnshire East Lindsey

England

Addlethorpe

Direction Sign – Signpost on Mill Road, Addlethorpe Located at Corner Farm, on the south side of the T junction of Mill Road and Chapel Lane in Addlethorpe parish. 3 arms and no finial. 

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF5467A
Direction Sign – Signpost on Mill Road, Addlethorpe Credit: A Riley

Addlethorpe is a civil parish located in the county of Lincolnshire, England. Situated on the eastern coast of the country, it is part of the East Lindsey district. The parish covers an area of approximately 6.5 square miles and is bordered by the North Sea to the east.

Addlethorpe is a small village with a population of around 500 residents. Historically, it was an agricultural community, with farming being the primary occupation of its inhabitants. However, in recent years, the village has seen some diversification in its economy, with the growth of tourism and the service sector.

The village is known for its rural charm, with picturesque countryside surroundings and a peaceful atmosphere. It boasts a number of traditional cottages and buildings, some of which date back several centuries. Additionally, there is a local church, St Nicholas' Church, which is a notable architectural landmark.

In terms of amenities, Addlethorpe has a primary school, a village hall, and a pub, providing some essential services for its residents. It is also conveniently located near the popular coastal resort town of Skegness, which offers a wider range of amenities, including shops, restaurants, and entertainment options.

The area is popular with tourists due to its proximity to the coast and its natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy walks along the nearby beaches, explore the surrounding countryside, or visit nearby attractions such as the Gibraltar Point Nature Reserve.

Overall, Addlethorpe is a charming rural village with a close-knit community, offering a peaceful and idyllic living environment for its residents and an attractive destination for visitors.

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Direction Sign – Signpost on Mill Road, Addlethorpe Located at Corner Farm, on the south side of the T junction of Mill Road and Chapel Lane in Addlethorpe parish. 3 arms and no finial. 

Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF5467A
Direction Sign – Signpost on Mill Road, Addlethorpe
Located at Corner Farm, on the south side of the T junction of Mill Road and Chapel Lane in Addlethorpe parish. 3 arms and no finial. Milestone Society National ID: LI_TF5467A
Cropmarks and old enclosure boundary east of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023
Cropmarks and old enclosure boundary east of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023
St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe View from the south east.
St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
View from the south east.
Interior, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe Looking east along the nave. 
The old chancel arch now blocked in is clearly seen, as well as the three screens.
Interior, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
Looking east along the nave. The old chancel arch now blocked in is clearly seen, as well as the three screens.
Organ, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe An older organ was replaced by an electronic organ in the 1960's, and in 1980 an organ from Withern church was installed.
It is by Thomas S. Jones from 1906.
It has 2 manuals and pedals with 8 stops, and is located at the west end of the south aisle.
Organ, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
An older organ was replaced by an electronic organ in the 1960's, and in 1980 an organ from Withern church was installed. It is by Thomas S. Jones from 1906. It has 2 manuals and pedals with 8 stops, and is located at the west end of the south aisle.
Font, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe C15 octagonal font with panelled sides and base containing tracery and shields.
Font, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
C15 octagonal font with panelled sides and base containing tracery and shields.
Roof, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe  The nave roof has arch braces, and above the tie beams are pierced cusped traceried panels. 

There were originally 10 wooden Angels situated on the principals between those connected by the tie-beams; the 2 Angels nearest the tower disappeared at an unknown date.
Roof, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
The nave roof has arch braces, and above the tie beams are pierced cusped traceried panels. There were originally 10 wooden Angels situated on the principals between those connected by the tie-beams; the 2 Angels nearest the tower disappeared at an unknown date.
View from St Nicholas' church tower Looking west towards the wolds.
View from St Nicholas' church tower
Looking west towards the wolds.
Medieval stained glass, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe Window nIV, Left to Right: 
St Stephen, St Lucy with neck pierced by sword, St Sitha with scroll "Abstencia", and St Margaret. All hold a book.
All panels have leaded breaks, pitting and some restoration.
Circa 1420-50.
Medieval stained glass, St Nicholas' church, Addlethorpe
Window nIV, Left to Right: St Stephen, St Lucy with neck pierced by sword, St Sitha with scroll "Abstencia", and St Margaret. All hold a book. All panels have leaded breaks, pitting and some restoration. Circa 1420-50.
Saint Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells South aspect. The church is surrounded by trees.
Saint Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells
South aspect. The church is surrounded by trees.
SS Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells View from the west.
SS Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells
View from the west.
Interior, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells A view east along the nave to the blocked chancel arch.c
Interior, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells
A view east along the nave to the blocked chancel arch.c
Organ, Ss Peter and Paul's church, Ingoldmells A secondhand organ by Walker, installed in 1995.
Further details unknown.
Organ, Ss Peter and Paul's church, Ingoldmells
A secondhand organ by Walker, installed in 1995. Further details unknown.
Memorial brass, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells Brass to William Palmer d.1520, shown with his crutch. The inscription refers to it as "Ye Stylt". It is very rare to see a bodily infirmity depicted.
Memorial brass, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells
Brass to William Palmer d.1520, shown with his crutch. The inscription refers to it as "Ye Stylt". It is very rare to see a bodily infirmity depicted.
Stained glass window, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells At the east end of the south aisle is a window dedicated to veterans of land based HMS Royal Arthur at Ingoldmells and later Corsham.
The glass is by David Sear and was installed in May 2000.
Stained glass window, Ss Peter & Paul's church, Ingoldmells
At the east end of the south aisle is a window dedicated to veterans of land based HMS Royal Arthur at Ingoldmells and later Corsham. The glass is by David Sear and was installed in May 2000.
Soilmarks on a field near Addlethorpe: aerial 2023 Ploughed out enclosure boundaries?
Soilmarks on a field near Addlethorpe: aerial 2023
Ploughed out enclosure boundaries?
Ridge and furrow and earthworks north of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023 (1)
Ridge and furrow and earthworks north of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023 (1)
Ridge and furrow and earthworks north of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023 (2)
Ridge and furrow and earthworks north of Addlethorpe: aerial 2023 (2)
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Addlethorpe is located at Grid Ref: TF5468 (Lat: 53.19082, Lng: 0.311736)

Administrative County: Lincolnshire

District: East Lindsey

Police Authority: Lincolnshire

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